Justin Williams

Education: Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Film & Multimedia Production, and English literary studies, University of Cape Town (UCT). 2021-2024.

Experience: Writer and Chief Editor at Right for Education Africa: South African chapter from 2022 - 2023. Opinion Editor and Current Affairs Writer at Briefly News since 2024.

Awards: Best Performing Articles for Right for Education (2023). UCT Dean's Merit List (2023)

Justin Williams joined Briefly News in 2024. He is currently the Opinion Editor and a Current Affairs Writer. He completed his Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Film & Multimedia Production and English Literary Studies from the University of Cape Town in 2024. Justin is a former writer and chief editor at Right for Education Africa: South African chapter. Contact Justin at justin.williams@briefly.co.za

1330 articles published since 11 Jul 2024

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Mpumalanga father sets wife and two children alight before taking his own life

South Africa

3 months ago

Juggling exam stress: How parents can be the support system their kids need

Opinion

3 months ago

Former SAPS Deputy Commissioner Dr Leah Shibambo shares how an SMS led to her dismissal from SAPS

South Africa

3 months ago

Grade 1 pupil at St Stithians College suffers hearing damage after alleged bullying incident

South Africa

3 months ago

NPA questions Judge Schoeman’s ruling in Omotoso’s acquittal at Gqeberha High Court

South Africa

3 months ago

Johannesburg police dismantle human trafficking ring, rescuing 58 Ethiopian victims

South Africa

3 months ago

KZN Transport MEC Siboniso Duma cracks down on illegal truck operations along N3

South Africa

3 months ago

KwaZulu-Natal's Transport MEC Siboniso Duma launched a #NenzaniLaEzweni crackdown on unroadworthy trucks and undocumented drivers on Saturday, 25 October 2025.

Light aircraft crashes into school building in Ekurhuleni

South Africa

3 months ago

A light aircraft crashed into a school building in Alberton, Ekurhuleni on Sunday, 26 October 2025. The crash occurred during an evaluation flight test

Zuma Foundation condemns court ruling on R28.9 million legal fee repayment

South Africa

3 months ago

The Zuma Foundation has voiced objections to the High Court ruling ordering former president Zuma to repay millions in legal fees, calling it unconstitutional

Confidential SAPS report names key drug kingpins operating in South Africa

South Africa

3 months ago

A report submitted exposes Nigerian drug syndicates running South Africa’s illicit drug trade, shedding light on the key figures behind the drug trade.

Fatal crash in Mpumalanga: Four confirmed dead in N12 vehicle overturn

South Africa

3 months ago

A tragic crash on the N12 near Middelburg, Mpumalanga, on 25 October 2025 claimed the lives of four people, including a child. Police are investigating the cause.

Fatal shooting of samous KwaZulu-Natal healer rocks local community

South Africa

3 months ago

A well-known healer in KwaZulu-Natal was shot and killed at his home in KwaMhlabuyalingana on October 24, 2025. His death has devastated the local community.

Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund voices concern over Milnerton High School assault

South Africa

3 months ago

The Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund has raised concerns following the Milnerton High School assault incident, urging more attention to bullying and violence

King Misuzulu KaZwelithini accuses KwaZulu-Natal government of sabotaging UAE trip

South Africa

3 months ago

King KaZwelithini has criticised the KwaZulu-Natal government, claiming that their actions nearly sabotaged his recent royal visit to the United Arab Emirates

South Africans praise Gauteng police for action in shootout that killed kidnappers in Parktown

South Africa

3 months ago

Gauteng police were praised by South Africans for their swift response, resulting in the death of three suspected kidnappers in Parktown, Johannesburg

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